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AI, Faith, and the Future of Humanity: Interreligious PerspectivesAN ONLINE WEBINAR RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSAI is rapidly transforming our world. While holding great promise for innovation and progress, it also raises profound questions about human dignity, moral responsibility, truth, and the values that...May-21-2026 to May-21-2026 (09:30 AM to 12:00 PM) -
The Remembrance of God Teaches All Things: The Jesus Prayer for the Teacher and the ClassroomPlease join the Metropolitan Andrey Sheptytsky Institute and the Catholic Teachers Guild of Toronto for a presentation with Fr. Michael Bombak on the Jesus Prayer in the classoom: This talk, cosponsored with the Catholic Teachers Guild of Toronto will provide...May-30-2026 to May-30-2026 (10:00 AM to 12:00 PM) -
The Book of Deuteronomy and the Civic SocietyAN ONLINE EVENT RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSThis webinar will explore Jewish perspectives on the political philosophy in the Book of Deuteronomy in its cultural and religious context and offer insights for decision making in society...Jun-29-2026 to Jun-29-2026 (01:00 PM to 02:30 PM)
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Life-Giving Wounds 2026: Healing Retreat for Adult Children of Divorced or Separated ParentsCome for a greater understanding of the wounds left by your parents' divorce or separation, for advice concerning love and trust of others, and for an experience of Christ and community that will lead to deeper self-understanding and healing...May-15-2026 to May-17-2026 (06:00 PM to 03:30 PM) -
Holocaust Education in the Primary ClassroomAN ONLINE WEBINAR RECOMMENDED BY THE OFFICE FOR ECUMENICAL AND INTERFAITH RELATIONSWondering how to present this issue to children? Participants will explore pedagogies of how story, music, and testimony can foster curiosity and compassion while maintaining emotional safety. It will...May-12-2026 to May-12-2026 (04:00 PM to 05:00 PM) -
Cardinal Leo Joins Scalabrinian Missionaries for Interprovincial Assembly in TorontoOn April 21, His Eminence offered an inspirational reflection on fraternity, presided at the 70th anniversary Mass of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, and joined missionaries and parishioners for a festive dinner. The Missionaries of St. Charles — Scalabrinians &mdash...Posted: Apr-24-2026 -
Marriage Preparation Course Fall 2026Where: Our Lady of Lourdes Church (Library and Loyola Halls, 2nd floor)520 Sherbourne St. Toronto OntarioTo register: Please contact the Parish Office at 416-924-6257 for detailsWebsite: www.lourdes.to Email: info@lourdes.toPOSTER: https://bit.ly...Sep-26-2026 to Oct-04-2026 (09:00 AM to 04:00 PM) -
Ignite Ministry: PUB NIGHT - Faith & PoliticsWith Fr. John Meehan, SJJoin us for a presentation discussing the relationship between Faith and Politics, followed by Q & A.Snacks provided. Drinks and other food available for purchase.Space is limited. Reserve your place now.Register and get...May-19-2026 to May-19-2026 (07:00 PM to 09:00 PM) -
Introductory Sessions for Celestial SinglesSaturday, June 13, 20 and 27, 2026Want to discern your God-given gifts and how they connect to the single male and female lay person's role and one's universal call to holiness? Come explore, share, and deepen...Jun-13-2026 to Jun-27-2026 (03:00 PM to 04:30 PM) -
Protecting the Vulnerable: Current Safeguarding Issues WorldwideThe important topic of safeguarding was brought to the forefront on Friday, March 6 as Fr. Hans Zollner, SJ, delivered guest lectures for both the Assembly of Catholic Bishops of Ontario and the Archdiocese of Toronto at St. Augustine&rsquo...Posted: Mar-12-2026 -
Men & Women 5-day Retreat: "Illuminating the Darkness." Navigating Dark and Tumultuous Times with the Tools of the SpiritMen & Women 5-day Silent Retreat: These are trying times for many people. Surrounded by darkness, negativity, uncertainty, hatred and violence, many surrender to despair and hopelessness. But the people of God – the Israelites and Christians – have...Jun-08-2026 to Jun-12-2026 (04:00 PM to 01:30 PM) -
Ignatian Retreat for Men & Women. Faith and Hope: Radical Trust, the Path to God.Men & Women Ignatian Retreat: Faith is often confused with doctrine or theology but there is little or no actual connection. Faith is trust in the loving kindness and care of God even when the going gets rough. Hope is...Jun-05-2026 to Jun-07-2026 (06:30 PM to 01:30 PM) -
Engaged EncounterEngaged Encounter is a weekend program for couples who are preparing for marriage. For more information and details, please contact us via email at: office@qoa.ca or phone at: (905)278-5229.Jun-05-2026 to Jun-07-2026 (07:00 PM to 02:00 PM) -
Women Silent Ignatian Retreat - From Fear To Freedom.Women Ignatian Retreat: When the Holy Spirit came upon Jesus’ disciples, it freed them from fear and filled them with a bold, loving purpose. This retreat is an invitation to enter that same movement from fear to freedom. Through...May-22-2026 to May-24-2026 (06:30 PM to 01:00 PM) -
CatholicismPosted: Dec-08-2025The 10 part series “Catholicism” developed by Bishop Robert Barron is coming to St. Gertrude’s in January. This program explains in a thoughtful, visually compelling and engaging format what we believe and why. ... -
Lector's WorkshopLector's Workshop Are you a current Lector or a parishioner interested in learning more about serving as a Lector? Come to the Lector’s Workshop!!! There will be one session on Saturday, December 6 at...Posted: Nov-04-2025 -
Lectio - The Case for JesusPosted: Sep-17-2025Do you follow Jesus ‘on the way’? Can we trust the Gospels? Do we really know who wrote them?Do the Gospels communicate truth – or fabricated fables? Who is Jesus? Who did Jesus claim to... -
Lay Movements Annual Gathering – “Pilgrims of Hope”The Annual Meeting of the Leadership Representatives of the recognized Archdiocesan Lay Associations and Movements was held this year on Saturday, January 11th, 2025, at St. Edward the Confessor Parish in North York. Representatives from about 60 of our Lay...Posted: Mar-11-2025 -
Reflecting on the Success of RENEW Toronto: A Gathering of over 750 Young AdultsWe are thrilled to share the highlights of our recent RENEW conference, which brought together over 750 passionate young adults from all around the Archdiocese of Toronto and beyond. This year’s event was a remarkable success, filled with...Posted: Dec-20-2024 -
Unpacking the Synod on Synodality – November 10, 2024Join us for a panel discussion to help unpack the Synod on Synodality. The three-year process of listening and dialogue, undertaken between 2021 and 2024, has garnered participation from Catholics worldwide. Moderated by Dr. Josephine Lombardi, panelists include...Posted: Oct-15-2024
